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Pizza shop celebrating new McCandless location, half of grand opening proceeds to benefit breast cancer research
A McCandless pizza shop is celebrating the grand opening of its new location by donating half of its grand opening day proceeds to a local nonprofit supporting breast cancer research. Large Plain Pizza and Pints — formerly known as Large Plain Pizza — is celebrating the opening of its new...
August programs at Northland Library in McCandless
These events are planned at Northland Public Library, 300 Cumberland Road Adult Summer Reading Bookshelf bingo – Now through August 31. Register online at northlandlibrary.beanstack.org/ There are two more chances for registered readers to win a $25 gift card to Target or Trader Joe’s through the biweekly drawing, and each...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of July 10, 2022
^ Tim Wilson sold property at 623 Highland Place to Carolyn Wilson for $180,000. Bradford Woods Michael Brady sold property at 56 Forest Road to Sean and Erin Currie for $375,000. Jean Oppedal sold property at 112 Saybrook Hbr to Holiday Ross for $330,000. Etna Marcia Bonk sold property at...
History of Ross Park Mall to be explored at McCandless heritage center
Ross Park Mall isn’t just a shopping destination, it transformed the economy of the region, said local historian Scott Baret. A History of Ross Park Mall will be presented at the McCandless Northern Allegheny Heritage History Center on July 21 at 7 p.m. Admission is free. The history center is...
Artisan Markets scheduled at McCandless Crossing
McCandless Crossing is hosting Summer Artisan Markets featuring handmade gifts from local makers and live music from regional performing artists. The next monthly market takes place on July 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. under the big tent on the Town Green. Future markets are scheduled for Aug. 20...
Peebles District VFC announces service upgrade in pre-hospital care
After nine months of preparation and success in getting a state licensure upgrade to the Intermediate Advanced Life Support level, the Peebles District Volunteer Fire Company is able to carry additional equipment in its emergency vehicles and provide higher quality pre-hospital care to patients, officials said. “Our Advanced EMT and...
North Allegheny student news
The Monica Chibuogu Nneji Foundation has awarded North Allegheny Senior High School graduate Tejas Prasanna a $500 scholarship. She plans to study biology at University of Pittsburgh. The MCNF College Scholarship program is designed to support students pursuing higher education in health care fields such as nursing, medicine, occupational therapy,...
Maryland businessman wins North Allegheny alum award
William F. Rothenbach, a 1972 graduate of North Allegheny High School, received the North Allegheny Foundation’s 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award for excellence in business. Shortly before receiving that award, he received a Distinguished Alumni Award from Edinboro University, where he graduated in 1976. He was recognized by Edinboro for success...
North Allegheny hosts July 13 open house to recruit school bus drivers
Those looking for a job that’s flexible, has summers off, offers health benefits and a competitive wage may want to consider driving a bus for the North Allegheny School District. Those interested can attend a transportation career open house on July 13, hosted by the NA Transportation Department, from 10...
Waste pickup problems draw complaints in McCandless
Staffing issues at Waste Management, the trash collection agency contracted by McCandless, likely caused missed residential trash pickups in the township over the past month, a company official said. “Missed pickups can occur for a number of reasons. In McCandless, missed pickups have been caused by a strain on staffing,”...
Inspired Women charitable group to host garden party in Wexford
The Pittsburgh North and Sewickley chapters of Inspired Women Paying it Forward will host a joint garden party on July 7 at 251 Westvue Road in Wexford. Registration is 5:30 p.m. with a 6-7 p.m. dinner meeting. Inspired Women Paying it Forward is open to anyone interested in combining forces...
Academy offers students a career path in insurance industry
The state Insurance Department and insurance professionals are hosting the Pennsylvania NextGen Insurance Academy for college students interested in a career in the insurance industry. The academy will provide students with a comprehensive overview of the insurance industry and connect them with career resources. It takes place Aug. 1-4, at...
With North Allegheny grad at helm, Penn State goes on run to club baseball World Series
The top-seeded Penn State D1 club baseball team went into the bottom of the ninth down 3-1 against Florida State in the semifinals of the National Club Baseball Association World Series in Greenwood, S.C. With a win, the Nittany Lions would get to play Florida State again for a berth...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of June 26, 2022
Etna Jolo Realty Inc. sold property at 407-1/2 Butler St. to James Olson for $20,000. Franklin Park Robert Nolan sold property at 1615 King James Drive to Andrew and Bethany Anne Bukowinski for $426,000. Julie Yates trustee sold property at 1438 Laurel Drive to Lynn Vescio for $638,000. Deborah Gigler...
North Allegheny school news: Forensics Institute, golf classic
North Allegheny Forensics Institute is a week-long summer camp geared toward North Allegheny students interested in learning about speech and debate. The most experienced and successful members of the North Allegheny Speech and Debate Team, which is ranked No. 13 in the nation, run the camp. Campers will be given...
Take care when handling fireworks
Fireworks are a staple of many Independence Day celebrations, and state and health officials are warning people to be careful when handling them. Fireworks are not toys, said Acting State Fire Commissioner Charles McGarvey. “First and foremost, we want people to understand the risks, how to properly handle fireworks and...
Franklin Park offers community gardens to residents
Franklin Park’s new community gardens give residents an opportunity to grow their own vegetables or plants in a public space, thanks in part to last year’s junior council person Jackie DiGiacomo. The gardens, located across from Linbrook Park off Big Sewickley Creek Road, officially opened June 14. Residents could apply...
Anthology of McCandless hosts cornhole tournament to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Association
Anthology of McCandless senior living community hosted a cornhole tournament June 21 to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Association. Twenty-four teams competed and raised more than $1,200 for Alzheimer’s research. June 21 is the day of the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, and each year the Alzheimer’s...
Leadership changes announced for Mighty Penguins
The president of Mighty Penguins Sled Hockey Inc. is stepping down after serving in the position for six years. Joe McCormick will assume the role of treasurer, replacing Erica Burg, who has been treasurer for five years. Mark McCoy, who has served in several roles since the organization’s inception in...
Split NA School Board approves 2022-23 budget on 5-4 vote
North Allegheny School Board, on a 5-4 vote, adopted a nearly $191 million budget for the 2022-2023 school year that contains a smaller tax increase than proposed earlier this month. The budget adopted by the board June 21 raised the property tax millage rate from 19.1408 mills to 19.74 mills,...
North Hills Community Outreach launches drive to collect school supplies for needy kids
Now through Aug. 6, residents in the North Hills can help a local charity fulfill its yearly mission to collect school supplies for needy children. North Hills Community Outreach is seeking donations to help children in preschool through high school. “With rising inflation, we expect an increase in demand for...
The Block Northway launches Friday farmer’s markets through September
The Block Northway has kicked off its fifth annual season of Friday Farmer’s Markets through Sept. 30 from 3-6 p.m. in the south corridor located between DSW and Lands’ End. “It’s an opportunity for guests to support locally grown farm fresh goods, rain, or shine!”said Jamie Pavlot, director of experience....
Goats being used to clear brush, noxious plants at Firemen’s Memorial Park in Aspinwall
People along the walking trail of Firemen’s Memorial Park in Aspinwall may see some new landscapers hard at work. Borough officials are using goats to clear the hillside along the Allegheny River. Six of nature’s lawnmowers started their efforts Tuesday, June 21 and are expected to be in the park...
Summer camp provides kids opportunity to explore nature in Franklin Park
For kids who don’t want to stay cooped up inside all summer, an outdoor camp in Franklin Park can help them explore nature. Dan Gray of CDG Sports is hosting an Ultimate Eco-Adventure Camp for kids ages 6-13. They’ll explore Blueberry Hill Park, Linbrook Park and Acorn Park, he said....
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of June 19, 2022
Bellevue AVBLG Ltd. sold property at 509 Forest Ave. to Praveen Bhandari and Rameswara Bobbiti for $230,000. Unity Properties LLC sold property at 561 Highland Pl to Austin Orth for $302,500. VAZ P1 LLC sold property at 201 Lincoln Ave. to Matt Simpson and Ceillum Ohare for $188,000. JNI Management...
